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Safety and Accuracy of Pedicle Screws and Constructs Placed in Infantile and Juvenile Patients.

Authors :
Harimaya, Katsumi
Lenke, Lawrence C.
Son-Hing, Jochen P.
Bridwell, Keith H.
Schwend, Richard M.
Luhmann, Scott J.
Koester, Linda A.
Sides, Brenda A.
Source :
Spine (03622436). 9/15/2011, Vol. 36 Issue 20, p1645-1651. 7p.
Publication Year :
2011

Abstract

The article presents a study on the accuracy and safety of pedicle screws placed in infants and juvenile patients aged nine years old and below. The accuracy of pedicle screw placement was evaluated using a radiographic review conducted by spinal surgeons who were not part of the surgical treatment. Results revealed patients who were required to undergo revision surgery.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
03622436
Volume :
36
Issue :
20
Database :
Academic Search Index
Journal :
Spine (03622436)
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
85423990
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1097/BRS.0b013e318225b8f9